Confidential Candidate – Commercial Manager | Technical Sales Expert
Location: Runcorn | Notice: 1-3 months
An accomplished professional with a proven track record in technical sales and account management, seeking a transition into a Commercial Manager role. This candidate brings a wealth of experience in driving business growth and expanding product portfolios, having successfully scaled a market to £20M. With expertise in managing key accounts, overseeing bespoke solutions, and delivering market-leading products, they offer a unique blend of technical proficiency and commercial acumen.
The candidate has hands-on experience managing several accounts of high / 6 figure value individually, and excels in project management from initial enquiry to production, providing quotes, costings, and technical support. They have a strong background in bridging the gap between technical and commercial sales, ensuring client-first solutions and high customer satisfaction.
Their educational background is PhD in Chemistry and a rich background in FMCG and pharmaceutical markets, this individual has a history of successful collaborations with universities and large-scale manufacturers. They have a passion for driving academic partnerships, having secured multiple PhD projects and contributing to spin-offs and startups. The candidate also has significant experience in new product development (NPD), managing large-scale accounts, and applying ISO and regulatory knowledge in sectors such as personal care, household, and industrial products.
With an impressive ability to grow and sustain client relationships, coupled with a solid technical foundation, this candidate is ideally positioned to contribute to commercial growth in a forward-thinking company. They are adept at managing cross-functional teams and have an exceptional understanding of product development from lab to full-scale production.
Ready for new challenges and opportunities, they are eager to bring their expertise to a dynamic team and drive significant commercial results.